CAD Designer (Electrical)

BPA - British Pipeline Agency Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Private medical cover

Generous pension scheme

Life insurance

Annual bonus

Job summary

A leading pipeline agency in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a skilled CAD Designer responsible for creating accurate engineering documentation. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the oil and gas sector and is proficient in CAD software including AutoCAD. This full-time role includes a generous holiday package, private medical cover, and a commitment to diversity and professional development.

Qualifications

• Skilled in producing compliant engineering documentation.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing accurate drawings.
• Full, valid UK driving license for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Execute designs through the drawing office workflow.
• Create preliminary sketches and detailed drawings.
• Conduct site visits and surveys for design accuracy.

Skills

Experience in oil and gas industries

Proficiency in CAD software

Site surveying skills

Education

Relevant qualification in engineering or design

Tools

AutoCAD

Vault

3D Plant

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Join Our Team at BPA: Officially Where it’s a Great Place to Work!

About BPA:

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell - two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People:

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.

What's the Job About?

We are seeking a skilled CAD Designer to join our team, producing accurate and compliant engineering documentation for multidisciplinary projects in line with BPA standards and industry best practices.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Execute designs efficiently through the drawing office workflow, ensuring accurate tracking and timely approvals.
• Review and interpret drawing requirements from Project Engineers to align with project objectives.
• Create preliminary sketches, flow sheets, layouts, material take-offs, schedules, and detailed drawings with supporting documentation.
• Verify design criteria and prepare detailed, accurate designs including sizing requirements and essential information for drawings.
• Conduct site visits, take precise measurements, and perform surveys to support design accuracy.
• Cross-check internal and vendor drawings for format, technical content, compliance, and quality standards.
• Estimate working hours for drawing production and manage time effectively to stay within project budgets.
• Maintain and update Site Master drawings post-project, ensuring accurate records of site surveys.
• Transform outline instructions into detailed designs, making informed decisions where specifications are incomplete.
• Deliver finished designs in line with industry standards, design codes, and best practice.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and proactively flagging potential delays.
• Critically review engineers’ designs, applying expertise and safety considerations to optimize solutions.

What You’ll Need:

• Demonstrated experience preparing accurate drawings and design documentation for oil, gas, or related industries such as water, nuclear, or process.
• Skilled in CAD software, including AutoCAD, Vault, 3D Plant, and Point Cloud, to produce high-quality technical drawings.
• Confident user of MS Word and Excel to support project documentation and reporting.
• Knowledgeable in site surveying, data collection techniques, and comfortable working with Ordnance Survey maps.
• Full, valid UK driving licence for site visits and project travel.

What’s on Offer

• Generous Holiday Entitlement: 28 days (FTE) plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Private Medical Cover: Enjoy comprehensive Vitality private medical insurance, with added rewards for healthy living and fitness activities.
• Generous Pension Scheme: Our company contribution ranges from 6% to 12%, with a minimum employee contribution of just 2%.
• Life Insurance: Benefit from coverage at 4 times your annual salary.
• Annual Bonus: Earn up to 12% of your salary based on company performance, with an additional 6% for standout performers.
• Annual Party: Celebrate with us at our company-sponsored event which includes an overnight stay for you and your guest.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Access a range of accommodating policies, many with day 1 rights tailored to support work/life balance.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support including counselling, resources for financial wellbeing and mental health and a suite of savings and discounts to make your money go further.

Join us and become a vital part of a team that literally Keeps the UK Moving 24/7/365!

Diversity & Inclusion

We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Oil and Gas, Environmental Services, and Energy Technology

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